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What is atazanavir?Atazanavir is an antiviral medication in a group of HIV medicines called protease (PRO-tee-ayz) inhibitors. Atazanavir prevents human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) cells from multiplying in your body.

Atazanavir is used to treat HIV, which causes acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS). Atazanavir is not a cure for HIV or AIDS.

Atazanavir may also be used for other purposes not listed in this medication guide.

What is the most important information I should know about atazanavir?You should not take this medication if you are allergic to atazanavir.

There are many other medicines that can interact with atazanavir. Tell your doctor about all the prescription and over-the-counter medications you use. This includes vitamins, minerals, herbal products, and drugs prescribed by other doctors. Do not start using a new medication without telling your doctor. Keep a list with you of all the medicines you use and show this list to any doctor or other healthcare provider who treats you.

Before using atazanavir, tell your doctor if you have liver disease (including hepatitis B or C), kidney disease (or if you are on dialysis), diabetes, a bleeding disorder such as hemophilia, a heart condition called "AV block," or if you have ever used a protease inhibitor in the past.

Taking this medication will not prevent you from passing HIV to other people. Talk with your doctor about safe methods of preventing HIV transmission during sex. Sharing drug or medicine needles is never safe, even for a healthy person. What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before taking atazanavir?You should not take this medication if you are allergic to atazanavir.

The medications listed above can cause life-threatening side effects if you take them together with atazanavir.

If you have certain conditions, you may need a dose adjustment or special tests to safely use this medication. Before using atazanavir, tell your doctor if you have:

liver disease, including hepatitis B or C;

kidney disease, or if you are on dialysis;

diabetes;

a bleeding disorder such as hemophilia;

high cholesterol or triglycerides;

a heart condition called "AV block"; or

if you have ever used a protease inhibitor in the past.

FDA pregnancy category B. This medication is not expected to be harmful to an unborn baby, but HIV can be passed to the baby if the mother is not properly treated during pregnancy. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant during treatment. Take all of your HIV medicines as directed to control your infection while you are pregnant. Your name may need to be listed on an antiviral pregnancy registry when you start using this medication.

Taking atazanavir while using birth control pills or patches can make the atazanavir less effective. Ask your doctor about using a non-hormone method of birth control (such as a condom, diaphragm, spermicide) to prevent pregnancy while taking atazanavir You should not breast-feed while you are using atazanavir. Women with HIV or AIDS should not breast-feed at all. Even if your baby is born without HIV, you may still pass the virus to the baby in your breast milk. Do not give this medication to a child younger than 3 months old.

How should I take atazanavir?Take atazanavir exactly as it was prescribed for you. Do not take the medication in larger amounts, or take it for longer than recommended by your doctor. Follow the directions on your prescription label.

This medication comes with patient instructions for safe and effective use. Follow these directions carefully. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions.

Atazanavir must be taken with food. Swallow the capsule whole.

It is important to use atazanavir regularly to get the most benefit. Get your prescription refilled before you run out of medicine completely.

To be sure this medication is helping your condition, your blood will need to be tested on a regular basis. Your liver function may also need to be tested. Do not miss any scheduled visits to your doctor.

HIV/AIDS is usually treated with a combination of different drugs. To best treat your condition, use all of your medications as directed by your doctor. Be sure to read the medication guide or patient instructions provided with each of your medications. Do not change your doses or medication schedule without advice from your doctor. Every person with HIV or AIDS should remain under the care of a doctor.

Store atazanavir at room temperature away from moisture and heat. What happens if I miss a dose?Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take the medicine at your next regularly scheduled time. Do not take extra medicine to make up the missed dose.

What happens if I overdose?Seek emergency medical attention if you think you have used too much of this medicine. Overdose may cause jaundice (yellowing of the skin or eyes). What should I avoid while taking atazanavir?Avoid using antacids within 1 hour before or 2 hours after you take atazanavir.

If you also take didanosine, take it 1 hour before or 2 hours after you take atazanavir.

Avoid having unprotected sex or sharing needles, razors, or toothbrushes. Taking this medication will not prevent you from passing HIV to other people. Talk with your doctor about safe methods of preventing HIV transmission during sex. Sharing drug or medicine needles is never safe, even for a healthy person. Atazanavir side effectsGet emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat. Call your doctor at once if you have any of these serious side effects:

signs of a new infection, such as fever or chills, cough, or flu symptoms; or

jaundice (yellowing of the skin or eyes).

Less serious side effects may include:

nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, stomach pain;

numbness or tingling, especially around your mouth;

joint pain;

headache, mood changes; or

changes in the shape or location of body fat (especially in your arms, legs, face, neck, breasts, and waist).

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Tell your doctor about any unusual or bothersome side effect.

Atazanavir Dosing InformationUsual Adult Dose for HIV Infection:

Therapy-naive: Atazanavir 300 mg plus ritonavir 100 mg orally once a day as a single dose with foodTherapy-naive, unable to tolerate ritonavir: 400 mg orally once a day with foodTherapy-experienced: Atazanavir 300 mg plus ritonavir 100 mg orally once a day as a single dose with food

Concomitant therapy:

Therapy-naive:Concomitant tenofovir: Atazanavir 300 mg plus ritonavir 100 mg orally once a day as a single dose with foodConcomitant H2-receptor antagonist: Atazanavir 300 mg plus ritonavir 100 mg orally once a day as a single dose with food; H2-receptor antagonist dose should not exceed a dose comparable to famotidine 40 mg twice a dayConcomitant H2-receptor antagonist in patient unable to tolerate ritonavir: Atazanavir 400 mg orally once a day with food; H2-receptor antagonist single dose and total daily dose should not exceed doses comparable to famotidine 20 mg and 40 mg, respectivelyConcomitant proton-pump inhibitor: Atazanavir 300 mg plus ritonavir 100 mg orally once a day as a single dose with food; proton-pump inhibitor dose should not exceed a dose comparable to omeprazole 20 mgConcomitant efavirenz: Atazanavir 400 mg plus ritonavir 100 mg orally once a day as a single dose with food

Therapy-experienced:Concomitant H2-receptor antagonist: Atazanavir 300 mg plus ritonavir 100 mg orally once a day as a single dose with food; H2-receptor antagonist dose should not exceed a dose comparable to famotidine 20 mg twice a dayConcomitant H2-receptor antagonist plus tenofovir: Atazanavir 400 mg plus ritonavir 100 mg orally once a day as a single dose with foodConcomitant proton-pump inhibitor: Not recommended for use with atazanavir.Concomitant efavirenz: Do not coadminister with atazanavir.

Usual Adult Dose for Nonoccupational Exposure:

400 mg orally once a day with food

Concomitant tenofovir: Atazanavir 300 mg plus ritonavir 100 mg plus tenofovir 300 mg orally once a day with food; atazanavir without ritonavir should not be given with tenofovir

Duration: Prophylaxis should be initiated as soon as possible, within 72 hours of exposure, and continued for 28 days.

What other drugs will affect atazanavir?Atazanavir should not be taken together with ritonavir (Norvir) if you are also using a steroid medicine called fluticasone (Advair, Flonase, Flovent). Ask your doctor about taking a different HIV medication, or using another treatment for your allergic condition.

Many drugs can interact with atazanavir. Below is just a partial list. Tell your doctor if you are using:

This list is not complete and there are many other medicines that can interact with atazanavir. Tell your doctor about all the prescription and over-the-counter medications you use. This includes vitamins, minerals, herbal products, and drugs prescribed by other doctors. Do not start using a new medication without telling your doctor. Keep a list with you of all the medicines you use and show this list to any doctor or other healthcare provider who treats you.

Where can I get more information?Your pharmacist can provide more information about atazanavir.

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